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Exercise 4

S.: Have you heard the news? Ian and Monica decided to get merried.

M.: No way! Has he told his parents yet?

S.: Yes, he told them last night.

M.: When did they meet?

S.: They met last year.

M.; Has she finished college?

S.: No, she hasn’t finished jet.

 

Exercise 5

M.: well, have you told your parents yet?

I.: yes- I’ve just told them! Gran’s really pleased but my parents aren’t too happy.

M.: Oh dear!  I’m so glad that my bparents haave already accepted the idea.

I.: I’d really like to see you. Have you finished your work yet?

M.: no, I haven’t finished it yet. It’s really difficult. Have you ever felt that you just can’t concentrate?

I.: hold on a minute…

Ma.: Sorry to interrupt. I’ve just talked to your mum and dad and everithing’s going to be ok. Oh, and give my love to Monica.

I.: Thanks, Gran! Did you hear Monica?

M.: Yes, i did. Listen- I’ll do my work tomorrow. We need to celebrate!

 

Exercise 6

1. A: have you heard from Ben yet?

B : Yes, I’ve just talked to him. He phoned a minute ago.

1. A: when are you going to tidy your room?

B: mum, I’ve just done it! I did it an hour ago.

1. A: can I use the computer, joe? I’ve just remembered- I have to send an email!

B: Hang on! I haven’t finished checking my email yet! I need 5 more minutes.

1. A: oh no! I haven’t done my homework yet!

            B:  well it’s  only 7 p.m. You can do it now!

            A: but my favorite tv programme has just started…

 

Exercise 10

1. They have known for 56 years.
2. They have lived in Stretford since 1961.
3. They have lived in their house for 20 years.
4. No, they haven’t. the last was on Christmas day in 1977.

 

Exercise 11

1. Leo is.
2. Pat does.
3. Karen is.
4. Jane is.

 

Exercise 12

1. Joe has been in this room since 9 o’clock.
2. Have you lived here for 2 years?
3. Our teacher has worked here since 2001.
4. How long have you studied English?
5. We have known the smiths for 10 years.
6. Norm and Jean have been in love for a long time.

 

Exercise 13

FOR

• A long time
• Ages
• A week
• Most of my life

SINCE

• 7 o’clock
• Tuesday
• Last night
• 1 Jenuary
• 2004
• Ten minutes

- I haven’t eatten chips since tuesday.

- I have known him since last night.

- I’ve lived in this house for most of my life.

- I haven’ seen Mark for ages!

 

Exercise 14

1. I have been a student at this school for 2 years.
2. I have known my best friend since we were at the primari school.
3. I have lived in my house since I was 4.
4. I have liked my favorite band since 2010
5. I have had this book since friday.

 

Exercise 15

1. How long have you taught in this school?

You have taught in this school for 20 years.

1. How long have you spoken English?

You spoken English for 35 years.

1. How long have you been a teacher?

You have been a teacher for 35 years.

1. How long have you lived in your house?

You have lived in your house since 1997.

1. How long have you owned your car?

You have owned your car since 2006.

1. How long have you had your watch?

         You have had your watch since you got degree.